2014 Jaguar XJ revealed

The XJ has revised rear suspension on long wheelbase models, which has been retuned in order to make things more comfortable for rear-seat passengers. Stop-start technology is also included, which is now standard across the engine line-up.

Rear-seat headroom has also been increased; those sitting in the back will be able to choose from a bigger list of options, such as reclining airline-style seats with a memory function, five different massage settings, fold-out tables, and hi-resolution touch-screens.

A further option, Conversation Assist, uses microphones in the cabin and the existing stereo speakers to help passengers hear each other above cabin noise.

A flagship XJR model is also available. It gets a supercharged version of the 5.0 litre V8, producing 550bhp. That’s enough to get it to 62mph in 4.6 seconds and a top speed of 174mph.

Prices for the standard XJ start at £56,865 for the 3.0-litre V6 diesel.